Investigates biological and ecological questions that range from a basic understanding of short and long-term behavioral patterns and geographic distribution of animals, to questions like habitat preference and quality, predator-prey interactions, or adaptations to anthropogenic impacts and a changing environment.
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Marine Mammal Biology
Studying the physiology and ecology of whales, dolphins, and other marine mammals through methods ranging from molecular ecology to tracking the movements of individuals and populations using acoustics, satellites, and other remote sensing methods.
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Biology News
Aug 25, 2020
Acidic Fish Eyes See Better
'Gas-gland' in the head of fish helps boost oxygen to the eyes
Aug 17, 2020
All-Female Science Party aboard R/V Sally Ride Continues 71-year CalCOFI Measurement Series
Researchers honor pioneering astronaut and legacy of iconic science pr...
Jun 19, 2020
Research Highlight: Blue Whales Are Arriving in Southern California Earlier and Earlier
Scientists find that blue whales are timing their migration around the...